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Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Scratches will no longer be a problem with this inflatable roof rack. It straps around the roof through the windows making it a universal fit. Each HandiRack twin tube features five metal D-ring tie-down points to secure anything from kayaks to surf boards weighing 180 lbs. and under. Two 10-ft. cam buckle straps help secure your cargo on the HandiRack carrier. The rugged three-ply 420-denier reinforced nylon tube structure takes only seconds to inflate with the included 1,000cc double-action HandiPump. Once deflated, the roof rack can be rolled up, placed inside the travel bag and stored away in the trunk when not in use. Maximum load: 180 lbs. Includes: Two twin tube roof HandiRacks Two 10-foot cam buckle straps Double-action Handi Pump Storage/travel bag Dimensions: 57"L x 13"W x 4"H. Weight: 5-1/2 lbs.

Average Customer Rating:

4.4 out of 5

13 of 14 (93%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Great product especially for the price, June 30, 2009
By kayaktrip from Lafayette, IN

"We used the Handi-rack to haul two kayaks from Indiana to the Adirondacks in upstate New York and back. It worked really well - better than we had expected. We had no problems with rain leaking in through the door seal as others have commented about... great product when you're not quite ready to invest $400-500 on a roof rack!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 2 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Very Useful, Good Quality, January 20, 2009
By Corwyn from Michigan

"I recently purchased the Handi-Rack for a 1350+ mile road trip from Michigan to Colorado. It handled the trip extremely well. I strapped down 3 sets of skis, poles and snowshoes to the rack and was very impressed with how the rack handled the trip. I hit winds across Iowa and Nebraska that were 45-50 mph and the rack stayed tight and barely moved on my car. I did not drive tentatively, typically 80-85 mph for the majority of the trip. I can see how others have had the rack scratch their vehicle -- if you do not put down the flaps to protect the sides of your car from the strap that could certainly happen. Being that it was winter, there was no problem with any leakage from the seal where the straps came through. I had no problems with the tubes losing air on the way there or on the way back (20 hours each way).

Even with the higher speed, the full load and the high winds the rack was above and beyond my expectations. I have already recommended it to friends and family. I certianly plan on using this rack in the summer for kayak and/or canoe."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 3 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Be Carefull, September 17, 2008
By jjd241

"The rack worked well. I had to work around my 1990's motorized passive restraint seatbelts. I was able to take the fuse out when the shoulder harness was in the engaged position. You will want to put a pad down to avoid the significant scratching that I got. Other than that the thing held on tight for a 1000 mile trip at freeway speeds with a rather large load. The pice is great!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 4 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

3 out of 5

Significant drawbacks but works., September 9, 2008
By Paddle from Nevada

"Objective: carry 10 foot , 41 lb kayak on roof of new Mazda 3
wagon. Two day , 1000 mile trip.
Included plastic air pump was broken in the package, repaired using 5/32 brass tubing so as not to delay trip.
Car roof was washed and waxed, then rack was strapped on and inflated. Valves were difficult to close w/o losing air. Pump works very well. Straps held carrier and kayak securely
in highway driving but the tubes leaked air and by the beginning of the second day it was necessary to take the boat off , deflate tubes, tighten straps , reinflate, etc. Some rain came in where the straps compress the door seals.
The roof had a slight dent which I pushed out from below and a slight rough spot in the paint which will polish out.
It can do the job but needs to be checked frequently."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 5 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Get this rack!, September 6, 2008
By oak05 from James City,VA

"Easy to put on and easy to remove. My Kayak rests great and the ease of use is wonderful."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 6 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Rack 'em up, September 2, 2008
By WayOutEast from Way Out East

"I am able to put these racks on the car in less than 2 minutes and they are enough to handle our 16' canoe on top of our Nissan Altima. I haven't driven more than 45 mph with the canoe on the roof and I don't think I would go faster than that (or travel a great distance) - - but it's ok since we have about a dozen put-in spots within 15 minutes. The major plus is that these are totally universal and can be use on any vehicle and take up no storage space. The hand pump provided fills them surprsingly fast."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 7 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Handi Rack, September 1, 2008
By DP7589

"The rack system worked great carying my canoe and kayak from Michigan to Texas. The only problem was when it rained hard the straps that run through the door frame tended to drip inside the cab of my truck. Other than that great product."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 8 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

2 out of 5

HANDIRACK, August 25, 2008
By jkdavis from texas

"Need to take it back. Can't tell a thing about it one of air bladders has a leak right out of the box,and I haven't been able to use it .Looks like it will work if I get another."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? No

Review 9 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

HandiRack Roof Rack, July 27, 2008
By Theyakman from VA

"The rack is easy to intalll and inflate. It supported our sea kayak on a 400 mile trip with no problems. The only caution is the strap location inside the vehilce. It may interfere with your head position. It was not a problem in our Dodge Minivan. Great product and it is easy to remove."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 10 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Scion xD, June 30, 2008
By ScionxD from Santa Barbara, CA

"Fits great. Fairly easy to install and remove. The straps go completely around the roof by going through the door openings, so it is well attached. Great and fast pump. Easy to deflate and stash in the provided bag. I hauled 14 foot lumber with no trouble lashed ddown to the sturdy D rings. Yakima rack was +$300."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 11 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Rack worth the money, June 19, 2008
By Ciguatura from Virgin Islands

"The product works as advertised. I use it to carry my 15 ft cobra kayak on the roof of my Nissan Frontier. Easy to setup and remove.Well worth the money."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 12 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Perfect if you don't want to drill & mount a rack, April 22, 2008
By cctmobiledetail from SF Bay Area, California

"I have a brand new Nissan Frontier. I didn't really want to drill into the cab and mount a rack, but need a rack to haul my newly purchased Portabote. I found the Malone Handi Rack, and it's perfect ! Inflate the two separate racks, run them through your front window and the rear door and tie off to their big , strong d-rings and whatever you tie up there stays. The racks are also soft enough that they won't scratch the paint as long as you tighten the straps. I highly recommend this new idea for a portable, non permanent rack !!!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 13 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Wonderful!, April 11, 2008
By AnnieKate from South Carolina

"I recently purchased a 12 foot used kayak and was looking for an affordable way to transport it on my 2003 Honda Civic. I didn't want to spend more on the rack than I did the kayak, and then I came across this product. I was a little skeptical. It was so affordable and SEEMED so easy to use. I am extremely pleased with this product. It is easy to use and I remove it from the vehicle when I'm done. The tie down straps held the kayak firmly in place. Also, when I get a different vehicle, I won't have to get a new rack, I can just use this one!
One thing I'm not sure about is if it will affect the paint on the top of the car. It's just too early to tell. I really love this product and recommend it!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 14 for Malone HandiRack™ Roof Rack

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

handirack, March 10, 2008
By fishcatcher13 from holbrook, ny

"the rack is great. packs away nice and inflates in a few seconds. takes up virtually no sace in my trunk. overall a great product."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

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